Fashion
Visit Fashion Blogs for Current Styles & Trends
My go to inspiration for current styles and trends is Fashion Blogs They keep you up to date on what’s in, what’s out and what you should be wearing.
I used to love fashion magazines. I remember in high school, I couldn’t wait for the fall issues of Seventeen Magazine and Glamour. OMG! It was heaven, flipping through the pages to see what the new fall fashion trends were.
Today, it’s not as exciting. Back then, fashion magazines showcased styles that I wanted to buy and made me want to head to the mall. Today, designers showcase their latest clothing line in a way that you have to decipher not only what the new styles are but also if its even a trend you would be remotely interested in.
Enter the World of Fashion Blogs
Today, my go to inspiration for current styles and trends is Fashion Blogs If you find blogs that fit your age and style, you will be kept up to date on what’s in, what’s out and what you should be wearing each season. What I love about fashion blogs is that the clothes are outfits that the bloggers are actually wearing.
The key is finding blogs that speak to you. Blogs that inspire you and will help you to style your wardrobe. The fashion blogger does all the work for you. They research the trends and bring you the best of what’s out there.
A great way to find fashion blogs is at Bloglovin. You can discover new blogs and follow your favorite ones in a daily feed. You simply create an account and start searching for blogs that you would like to follow. At Bloglovin, you are not limited to fashion blogs. Their list of blogs covers an extensive list of different interests including travel, photography, home decor, beauty, food and entertaining.
Here are a few fashion blogs for different age groups.
Fashion Blogs for 20’s, 30’s and 40’s
Following are three fashion blogs that are a good start if you are in your 20’s to mid 40’s. Spend some time looking through past posts to get a feel for their style and flair.
For this age group, your fashion style depends on where you are in your life. Whether you are new to your career or a stay at home mom, you can find your fashion niche.
Fashion After 40
Now for my age group! This post may be of interest to you for your personal wardrobe or to pass on to your mom or friend.
Although it’s not a fashion blog, one of my favorite avenues for fashion inspiration are the Ambush Makeovers on the Today Show. They usually select gals over 40 and they make them over during the show. OMG! Most of the time you can’t believe its the same person! When the women are interviewed, they often say life just got busy and they were always consumed with taking care of their family and their careers.
I love it when I see the excitement in their eyes when they first look in the mirror. They didn’t know they could look so good! See my previous post on Ambush Makeovers and the amazing before and after pictures.
Fashion blogs for women over forty can help you achieve a makeover on your own if needed, and they can also help you maintain a stylish wardrobe by sharing current trends and styles. Here are two worth checking out.
I love the site Fabulous After 40 and it’s tag line, Fashion Advice to Help You Tweak Your Chic. Style expert Deborah Boland shares fashion tips for women over 40 and teaches them to “dump the frump”.
This past week Deborah had a great post, Classic, Casual Dressing – The Recipe For Style At a Certain Age featuring Beth Djalali. Beth makes walking the dog in jeans look good! I love her style and enjoyed looking at all the pictures.
Beth is the Blogger behind the fashion blog Style at a Certain Age and again, worth your time or passing it on to someone in this age group because her style is worth sharing.
One of my favorite outfits is how she turned casual khakis into casual chic. It’s perfectly accessorized and so chic.
Fashion blogs are a great tool for inspiration. Your wardrobe should have the basics. These bloggers can help you to pull your outfits together with accessories and trends that make you feel fresh and current.
Whatever your age, you need to develop your own style according to your size and shape.
How do you keep up with fashion trends? Do you have any favorite fashion blogs? Please share in the comments below.
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Classic Monochromatic Fashion
Monochromatic fashion will never go out of style. It’s classic. Outfits in the same color from head to toe make you feel taller, thinner and stylish.
Monochromatic fashion will never go out of style. It’s classic. My favorite outfits are all one color. They make me feel my best. Outfits in the same color from head to toe make you feel taller, thinner and stylish.
Blog Anniversary
Before I get into this post further, I want to share that today is OMG Lifestyle’s third anniversary! It was three years ago today that I began this wonderful creative journey.
I have learned so much and have met so many wonderful people. Thank you to my many loyal readers which have grown beyond my dreams. My blog has found its own little space on this vast internet. I am in amazement that I have had 1.5 Million visits during this time. Thank you!
Matching Monochromatic Colors
Monochromatic colors are all the colors of a single hue. However, not all shades of one color look good together. It depends on the tone and shade of that color.
And if you want to wear the same tone from head to toe, it can be a challenge. It’s not always easy to find matching colors unless they were designed together.
Every once in a while though, I feel like I hit the jackpot when I find tops and bottoms in the same color tone. Oddly enough, black is often the hardest shade to match. Have you found that too?
Following are some great examples of fashionable monochromatic outfits.
Classic Black
Black on black is the most common monochromatic choice when pulling an outfit together. I remember walking the streets of Manhattan years ago and looking around at all the people. Everyone was in black. It was almost a uniform.
Monochromatic Fashion in Shades of Blue
If you wear a lot of black like me, you will feel different when you switch to a different color. Even wearing a dark shade like this blue outfit will feel lighter. Have you noticed that?
Monochromatic Green
Actress Allison Janey looks stunning in her hunter green leather pants and matching sweater. Don’t you agree?
Brown on Brown
This brown on brown outfit is a perfect match!
Head to Toe Gray
I think everyone looks great in gray! It’s a soft neutral.
Classic Cream
Perhaps no one does monochromatic clothes better than St. John Knits. They are famous for their monochromatic separates.
White Out
I live in white jeans all summer long and even into fall (See my post Transitioning White Jeans Into Fall). I love the crisp look of an all white outfit.
Accessorize
When you wear all one color, you can keep it simple or you can turn to your accessories to make a statement. Think leopard purse, bold cuff bracelet, etc.
What’s your favorite color to wear from head to toe?
Thanks for stopping by. Have a fabulous weekend.
Fashion
My 5 Favorite Neutral Nail Polish Colors for Fall
I am loving the neutral nail polish colors for fall. I recently purchased five that are great for both manis and pedis. These colors go with everything.
I am loving the neutral nail polish colors for fall. I recently purchased five that are great for both a mani and a pedi. In fact, what I like about this selection is that I can mix and match. I may want a darker color on my toes and a lighter one for my hands. That’s the beauty of the neutral colors.
As much as I love classic red for nails, these neutral colors feel fresh and on trend.
Neutral Nail Polish Colors
All of these nail polish colors can be found on Amazon (affiliate links below) or at your local drug store. Brands included are Sally Hansen, Revlon and Essie.
1. Sally Hansen Commander in Chic
Sally Hansen’s Commander in Chic #290 is a gray-brown nail polish, perfect for fall’s rich colors.
2. Revlon Serene
Revlon’s Serene #320 is a lovely light brown shade. It’s so neutral it goes with everything.
3. Essie Lady Like
Essie’s Lady Like #316 is a very soft mauve. The hint of brown makes it less pink which I like.
4. Revlon Elegant
Revlon’s Elegant #380 Nail Polish is just that – – Elegant! It’s a light beige and very neutral.
5. Essie Vanity Fairest
Essie’s Vanity Fairest #120 is a great all around neutral. Think French Manicure without the white tips. In the photo below it looks much more pink than it does in person. My photo above is more accurate with the color.
Out-the-Door Top Coat
I wouldn’t be able to do my nails at home without this fabulous top coat. Out-the-Door helps speed up the drying. I love the name, don’t you?
It has a high gloss finish and will not yellow. You can also use it alone but I like to use it over polish to accelerate the drying time.
Thanks for stopping by. Let me know if you try any of these.
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8 More Beauty Makeovers with Before & After Pics
I am sharing 8 of the Today Show’s beauty makeovers, aka Ambush Makeovers. I love the before & after pics. Hair, makeup and clothes make such a difference!
This is the third post I have written on the Today Show’s Beauty Makeovers, aka Ambush Makeovers. I just love seeing the before and after pictures. Louis Licari and Jill Martin do an amazing job of making these women feel great about themselves. My favorite part is seeing when they turn around to see their transformation in the mirror.
If you are not familiar with their Ambush Makeovers, they select two women from their audience and make them over from head to toe. Often times these are women who have put so many others first in their life and haven’t had the time to take care of themselves.
It’s amazing how changing a hairstyle or hair color can make such a dramatic difference. The makeup is subtle but well done.
When it comes to outfitting these gals, Jill often selects more form-fitting clothes which ends up being more slimming than their baggy clothes.
Beauty Makeovers from the Today Show
You can click on the link beneath each photo to learn more about each beauty makeover.
Have these photos inspired you to make any changes?
Previous Posts on Ambush Makeovers
If you enjoy seeing these makeovers, you will also enjoy these previous posts:
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